More lenders are approving home equity loans without traditional appraisals, cutting weeks off the process. Here's how ...

Mortgage rates fell as investors convinced themselves that the Federal Reserve might cut short-term interest rates when it meets in December.

Home purchase applications rose 20% year over year and 8% week over week as mortgage rates neared 6%, marking a year-to-date ...

U.S. mortgage applications to buy a home surged last week to the highest level since early 2023, despite still-elevated ...

Its latest LIRA report predicts that renovation and repair spending will grow about 2.4% in early 2026, then slow slightly to ...

The Fed's rate cuts have improved mortgage affordability, but the costs remain substantial for high-value loans.

The relief comes after 30-year mortgage rates eased to 6.25%, the lowest monthly average in more than a year. Meanwhile, the ...

Home equity loans are popular among borrowers who want to use the funds for home improvement projects or to pay off or consolidate high-interest debt. Tips for Comparing Home Equity Loans There are a ...

Good day, and welcome to Medallion Financial Corp. Third Quarter of 2025 Earnings Call. [Operator Instructions] Also, please be aware that today's call is being recorded. I would now like to turn the ...

The last time the Federal Reserve cut the federal funds rate was on Sept. 17 when the benchmark rate was reduced by a quarter point. The Fed cut rates three times in 2024. The average 30-year fixed ...

Miranda Marquit is a staff senior personal finance editor for Buy Side. Staff Personal Finance Editor, Buy Side Valerie Morris is a staff editor at Buy Side and a personal finance expert. A home ...

Renovating your home can make your home safer and more enjoyable, and it may even boost your home’s value if you decide to sell. From updated kitchens to new roofs, the right improvements can enhance ...